For the Love of Books: A Retreat with Nova Scotia Authors

For the Love of Books

A Retreat with Nova Scotia Authors

May 10 -11, 2024 at Digby Pines

In Partnership with:
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Indulge yourself in a retreat at Digby Pines, connecting up-close-and-personal with 3 renowned and award-winning Nova Scotia authors; Carol Bruneau, Lesley Crewe and Stephens Gerard-Malone. During this exclusive event, hear the personal journeys of the authors as they created their memorable stories, what inspired them and what’s next!

The weekend, offered in partnership with Nimbus Publishing, includes individual author’s talks, a group dinner and a pop-up book market provided by Nimbus Publishing.
Retreat Package Agenda:
Friday, May 10 – 2024
  • 4pm: Check In 
  • Dinner on your own. 
    • We suggest the Chef-inspired menu of Churchill’s Restaurant or the more casual “social” menu at The Trophy Room (at the 19th Hole)
  • 7:30 pm: Meet & Greet and book signing with the authors in the Grande Lounge.
    • One drink ticket included.
Saturday, May 11 – 2024
  • Pop-up Book Market open in the Grande Lounge
  • 7am – 10am: Breakfast on your own
  • 10am – Noon: A morning with Carol Bruneau, award-winning author of the novel Brighten the Corner Where You Are and new short story collection, Threshold coming out in April. 
    • For more information: www.carolbruneau.com 
  • Noon – 1:30pm: Group lunch
  • 1:30 - 3:30pm: Two hours in conversation with Lesley Crewe, author of novels including Recipe for a Good Life, The Spoon Stealer, Beholden and Kin and Ava Comes Home.
    • For more information: www.lesleycrewe.com
  • 4 – 5pm Join Stephens Gerard-Malone and his thoughts on writing and his works, which include Jumbo, The History of Rain and Big Town. For more information: Stephens Gerard Malone facebook.com
  • 6:30pm: Pre-dinner Drinks on your own
  • 7pm: Dinner with the Authors
    • Includes a Question-and-Answer Session with the authors.
Sunday, May 12 -2024
  • Breakfast on your own & check-out.
Retreat Package Pricing:
  • From $455 plus HST for 1 person in a resort room, based on availability
  • From $600 for 2 people in a resort room, based on availability
    • Upgrades to suites and cottages available.

Make the most of your stay with us! Resort Amenities and Activities are available to all guests while visiting The Pines. Churchill’s Restaurant prides itself on locally-sourced and Nova Scotia-inspired dining, including Prime Rib Fridays. The Trophy Room at the golf clubhouse is open on Fridays and Saturdays, 5-10pm with great pub-style food, sports screens, craft beers and a “social experience”. Have a round a golf at our renowned championship, 18-hole golf course. Treat yourself to the luxury of The Spa at The Pines; walk the woodland nature trails on-site and enjoy unique views from the beach look-off. The Grand Lounge is the perfect spot to enjoy games and activities provided or sit back and enjoy a good book. Ask about entertainment in the Grande Lounge and at The Trophy Room upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.

Conditions: 
  • Available only May 10-11, 2024
  • Standard 72-hour cancelation policy prior to the arrival date
  • All rates are subject to HST
  • Discount cannot be used in conjunction with other discounts, packages, or promotions
  • Not applicable to groups, or contracted rates
  • Limited availability.


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